MacDon M205 User manual

M205
Self-Propelled Windrower
Operator’s Manual
214603 Revision A
2018 Model Year
Original Instruction
The harvesting specialists.

M205 Self-Propelled Windrower, featuring Dual Direction®and Ultra Glide®suspension.
1000141
Published March, 2018
California Proposition 65 Warning
Diesel engine exhaust and some of its constituents are known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth
defects, and other reproductive harm. Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead
components. Wash hands after handling.
Whole Body and Hand-Arm Vibration Levels
The weighted root mean square acceleration, to which the whole body is subjected, ranges from 0.57 to 1.06 m/s2
as measured on a representative machine during typical operations and analyzed in accordance with ISO 5008.
During the same operations, the weighted root means square hand-arm vibration was less than 1.45 m/s2when
analyzed in accordance with ISO 5349. These acceleration values depend on the roughness of the ground, the
speeds at which the windrower is operated, the operator's experience, weight, and driving habits.
Noise Levels
The A-weighted sound pressure levels inside the operator's station ranged from 70.1 to 73.1 dB(A) as measured on
several representative machines in accordance with ISO 5131. The sound pressure level depends upon the engine
speed and load, field and crop conditions, and the type of platform used.

Declaration of Conformity
1025029

1025030

Introduction
This manual contains information on the MacDon M205 Self-Propelled Windrower which, when coupled with one of
MacDon’s auger, rotary, or draper headers, provides a package designed to cut and lay in windrows a variety of
grain, hay, and specialty crops.
The M205 Windrower features Dual Direction®, meaning that the windrower can be driven in cab-forward or
engine-forward mode. Right and left designations are therefore determined by the operator’s position, facing the
direction of travel. This manual uses the terms right cab-forward, left cab-forward, right engine-forward, and left
engine-forward when referencing specific locations on the machine.
Use this manual as your first source of information about the machine. Use the Table of Contents and the Index to
guide you to specific areas. Study the Table of Contents to familiarize yourself with how the material is organized.
When setting up the machine or making adjustments, review and follow the recommended machine settings in all
relevant MacDon publications. Failure to do so may compromise the machine function and machine life and may
result in a hazardous situation.
If you follow the instructions given here, your M205 Windrower will work well for many years.
Use this manual in conjunction with your header operator's manual.
A manual storage case is provided in the cab. Keep this manual handy for frequent reference and to pass on to
new Operators or Owners. Call your Dealer if you need assistance, information, or additional copies of this manual.
CAREFULLY READ ALL THE MATERIAL PROVIDED BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO USE THE MACHINE.
MacDon provides warranty for Customers who operate and maintain their equipment as described in this manual. A
copy of the MacDon Industries Limited Warranty Policy, which explains this warranty, should have been provided to
you by your Dealer. Damage resulting from any of the following conditions will void the warranty:
•Accident
•Misuse
•Abuse
•Improper maintenance or neglect
•Abnormal or extraordinary use of the machine
•Failure to use the machine, equipment, component, or part in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions
NOTE: Keep your MacDon publications up-to-date. The most current version can be downloaded from our website
www.macdon.com or from our Dealer-only site (https://portal.macdon.com) (login required).
214603 iRevision A

List of Revisions
At MacDon, we’re continuously making improvements: occasionally these improvements impact product
documentation. The following list provides an account of major changes from the previous version of this
document.
Summary of Change Location
Changed the publication part number from 147955 to
214603. —
Added Declaration of Conformity. Declaration of Conformity, page 3
Added D1 SP header compatibility. Throughout.
Updated illustrations to show beacons and engine air
precleaner.
2.4 Component Location, page 37
Added swath compressor information to the CDM
display tables.
3.19.3 Operating Screens, page 78
•Updated illustrations of front wiper switch.
•Added illustrations of beacon/clearance switch for
Russian-configured windrower.
3.7 Exterior Lighting, page 49
Revised note to say that the two front corner field lights
remain on when the auto road light feature is activated. •3.7.1 Field Light: Cab-Forward, page 50
•Driving on the Road, page 179
Changed swath roller to swath compressor.Double Windrow Attachment (DWA) / Swath
Compressor Switch (if installed), page 75
Added topic. 3.19.12 Calibrating the Swath Compressor Sensor,
page 131
Added topic. Converting from Transport Mode to Field Operation,
page 189
Added illustration showing DWA crop delivery. 4.4.10 Using the Double Windrowing Attachment, page
213
Added swath compressor section. 4.4.11 Swath Compressor (Option), page 215
•Added reference to union fittings required to hard
plumb R85 16-ft. header to M205.
•Added reference to Hydraulic Coupler kit
(MD #B5497).
4.8 Operating with an R Series Header, page 281
Updated engine interlock information. Checking Engine Interlock, page 296
Updated air intake illustration and description. 5.8.4 Air Intake System, page 317
Changed H2O level from 2.5 in. to 25 in. Air Filter Restriction Indicator, page 317
214603 ii Revision A

Added topic. Air Precleaner, page 323
Removed swath roller topic. —
Added replacement bulb part number and description. •Replacing Headlight Bulb, page 358
•Replacing Field Light Bulb, page 363
•Replacing Bulb in Cab-Forward Flood Light, page
363
•Replacing Bulb in Rear Flood Light, page 369
Updated fuse box decal to MD #167962. Fuse Box Decal, page 381
Changed wheel drive lubricant from 80W-140 to
75W-90.
8.2 Recommended Fuel, Fluids, and Lubricants, page
460
Added swath compressor to options and attachments
chapter.
7.3.11 Swath Compressor, page 447
Added Recommended Fluids and Lubricants to the
inside back cover. —
Removed Pre-cleaner and Sweeps kit (B6422) from
Options and Attachments chapter; the kit is not
applicable to 2018 M205 Windrowers.
—
214603 iii Revision A

Serial Numbers
If you require MacDon technical assistance, please have the serial numbers recorded and ready before you call.
Record the model number, model year, and serial number of the windrower and engine on the lines below.
1013874
A
Machine Serial Number Location
The windrower serial number plate (A) is located on the left
side of the main frame near the walking beam.
Windrower model number
Windrower serial number
Year of manufacture
1005633
A
Engine Serial Number Location
The engine serial number plate (A) is located on top of the
engine cylinder head cover.
Engine serial number
Date of manufacture
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214603 vRevision A
Introduction................................................................................................................................................i
List of Revisions ........................................................................................................................................ ii
Serial Numbers ........................................................................................................................................ iv
Chapter 1: Safety .................................................................................................................................... 1
1.1 Safety Alert Symbols ............................................................................................................................1
1.2 Signal Words .......................................................................................................................................2
1.3 General Safety.....................................................................................................................................3
1.4 Maintenance Safety .............................................................................................................................5
1.5 Hydraulic Safety...................................................................................................................................6
1.6 Tire Safety...........................................................................................................................................7
1.7 Battery Safety......................................................................................................................................8
1.8 Welding Precautions ............................................................................................................................9
1.9 Engine Safety ....................................................................................................................................10
1.9.1 High Pressure Rail ....................................................................................................................10
1.9.2 Engine Electronics .................................................................................................................... 11
1.10 Safety Signs ....................................................................................................................................12
1.10.1 Installing Safety Decals............................................................................................................12
1.11 Safety Sign Locations .......................................................................................................................13
1.12 Understanding Safety Signs..............................................................................................................17
Chapter 2: Product Overview ............................................................................................................ 27
2.1 Definitions .........................................................................................................................................27
2.2 Specifications ....................................................................................................................................30
2.3 Windrower Dimensions.......................................................................................................................34
2.4 Component Location ..........................................................................................................................37
Chapter 3: Operator’s Station............................................................................................................ 39
3.1 Operator Console ..............................................................................................................................39
3.2 Operator Presence System.................................................................................................................41
3.2.1 Header Drive ............................................................................................................................41
3.2.2 Engine and Transmission...........................................................................................................41
3.3 Operator’s Seat Adjustments ..............................................................................................................42
3.3.1 Adjusting Fore-Aft Position.........................................................................................................42
3.3.2 Adjusting Seat Suspension and Height .......................................................................................42
3.3.3 Adjusting Vertical Dampener ......................................................................................................43
3.3.4 Adjusting the Armrest ................................................................................................................43
3.3.5 Adjusting Fore-Aft Isolator Lock..................................................................................................44
3.3.6 Adjusting Seat Tilt .....................................................................................................................44
3.3.7 Adjusting Armrest Angle ............................................................................................................45
3.3.8 Adjusting Lumbar Support..........................................................................................................45
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3.4 Training Seat .....................................................................................................................................46
3.5 Using Seat Belts ................................................................................................................................47
3.6 Adjusting Steering Column .................................................................................................................48
3.7 Exterior Lighting.................................................................................................................................49
3.7.1 Field Light: Cab-Forward ...........................................................................................................50
3.7.2 Road Light: Engine-Forward ......................................................................................................51
3.7.3 Road Light: Cab-Forward...........................................................................................................52
3.7.4 Hazard Light .............................................................................................................................53
3.7.5 Beacon Light (Optional) .............................................................................................................53
3.7.6 Auto Road Light ........................................................................................................................54
3.7.7 HID Auxiliary Lighting (Optional).................................................................................................54
3.8 Windshield Wipers .............................................................................................................................56
3.9 Rear View Mirrors ..............................................................................................................................57
3.10 Cab Temperature .............................................................................................................................58
3.10.1 Heater Shut-Off.......................................................................................................................58
3.10.2 Air Distribution ........................................................................................................................58
3.10.3 Climate Controls......................................................................................................................59
Refrigerant Oil..........................................................................................................................59
3.11 Interior Lights ...................................................................................................................................60
3.12 Emergency Exit................................................................................................................................61
3.13 Operator Amenities ..........................................................................................................................62
3.14 Radio ..............................................................................................................................................64
3.14.1 AM/FM Radio..........................................................................................................................64
3.14.2 Mounting the Antenna..............................................................................................................64
3.15 Horn................................................................................................................................................66
3.16 Engine Controls and Gauges ............................................................................................................67
3.17 Windrower Controls..........................................................................................................................68
3.18 Header Controls...............................................................................................................................70
3.18.1 Header Drive Switch................................................................................................................70
3.18.2 Header Drive Reverse Button...................................................................................................70
3.18.3 Ground Speed Lever (GSL) Header Switches............................................................................71
Display Selector Switch.............................................................................................................72
Reel Position Switches..............................................................................................................72
Header Position Switches .........................................................................................................73
Reel and Disc Speed Switches ..................................................................................................73
3.18.4 Console Header Switches ........................................................................................................74
Deck Shift / Float Preset Switch .................................................................................................74
Double Windrow Attachment (DWA) / Swath Compressor Switch (if installed) ...............................75
3.19 Cab Display Module (CDM)...............................................................................................................76
3.19.1 Engine and Windrower Functions .............................................................................................76
3.19.2 Header Functions....................................................................................................................77
3.19.3 Operating Screens ..................................................................................................................78
Ignition ON, Engine Not Running ...............................................................................................78
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